American Maritime Documents, 1776-1860 - Stein, Douglas L.

Bonds for Foreign Voyages

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Next >>Bonded Voyage Permit: Enrolled vessels were also bonded, to insure that the "...vessel shall not be employed in any foreign trade during the continuance of the act entitled 'An Act laying an Embargo on all ships and vessels in the ports and harbours of the United States '... " The customs document illustrated here indicates that the Schooner Polly has been bonded in the sum of $4,600.00, and can now "...depart this port, and pursue her lawful business, " New York 27 June 1808. Document contains the signature of the Deputy Collector, and a customs seal.